2011 Clive Davis Pre-Grammy Gala

David Geffen, center, receives an award from Cher, left, and Neil Portnow, of the Recording Academy, at the 2011 Clive Davis Pre-Grammy Gala and Salute to Industry Icons Honoring David Geffen at the Beverly Hilton.

David Geffen, center, receives an award from Cher, left, and Neil Portnow, of the Recording Academy, at the 2011 Clive Davis Pre-Grammy Gala and Salute to Industry Icons Honoring David Geffen at the Beverly Hilton. (Gina Ferazzi / Los Angeles Times)

David Geffen, center, receives an award from Cher, left, and Neil Portnow, of the Recording Academy, at the 2011 Clive Davis Pre-Grammy Gala and Salute to Industry Icons Honoring David Geffen at the Beverly Hilton.Gina Ferazzi / Los Angeles Times